{"product_id":"lote3952","title":"Vintage natural seashell coin purse with a gold-tone metal frame, Europe, first half of the 20th century","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmall natural seashell coin purse, made with two oval valves with a striated surface and cream, brown, and greenish tones. Both pieces are joined by a gold-tone metal frame that runs along the edge, with a hinge and clasp. When opened, it reveals the pearlescent interior of the shells. It retains its closure system, which functions correctly and keeps the purse securely closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of small seashell coin purse is associated with fancy items and travel souvenirs sold during the first half of the 20th century. Seashells were used in the manufacture of personal accessories and small decorative objects, especially linked to coastal towns and tourist destinations. Their format allowed for storing a few coins or other tiny items, combining a practical function with the ornamental appeal of natural materials. This is a typology that has continued to be manufactured since then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Souvenirs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration\/Motif: Marine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod\/Dating: First half of the 20th century, ca. 1900–1950\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Natural seashell and gold-tone metal frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5.4 × 3.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 34.30 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections consistent with their age and use. Please examine the photos carefully. We provide an accurate description; if you need to confirm a detail, write to us before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LABIZARRESUSU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58790119407947,"sku":"LOTE3952","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/0294\/2539\/files\/1000226500-Photoroom_1.jpg?v=1791712913","url":"https:\/\/28cce6-3.myshopify.com\/products\/lote3952","provider":"LaBizarreSusu ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}